Using a quilting frame
#3
Kathy, Do you use basting spray even on large quilts? I've used it for table runners but when I used it on a larger quilt, the backing didn't stay smooth. I sprayed both the quilt top and the backing fabric. Do you know what I might have done wrong? Thanks for any ideas.
Minda
Minda
#4
Minda, I just finished a queen size last knight. If your backing is smooth when you put the batting on it and you use enough spray, it should stay smooth. You may put a safety pin here and there around the edge so you don't tear it loose while handling it. Good luck.
#6
Miranda,
This is the part of quilting that always vexes me - but I've found the adhesive batting works really well. I didn't have to use nearly as many pins and I could reposition it by spritzing it with water.
Good luck,
Lisa
This is the part of quilting that always vexes me - but I've found the adhesive batting works really well. I didn't have to use nearly as many pins and I could reposition it by spritzing it with water.
Good luck,
Lisa
#7
My quilting frame has 3 bars and I don't have to baste the quilt together. The top layer, batting and the backing are each on a separate piece of pipe that rolls up smoothly and when you finish quilting a section you just roll it up and the 3 layers are lined up together. You should have instructions on how to prepare you quilt to go on the frame.
#9
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Location: Chandler, Arizona
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I had difficulty layering large quuilts. Finally bought a used Grace Z44 frame like Grandma used to use. My main purpose for it is just layering those large quilts. Really works well. Maybe I'll try quilting on it one of these days like Grandma did. I can fold it up and put it behind the couch when I am not using it.
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